Things to do this weekend Dec 29th-31st: Connecticut, Rhode Island and Westchester

Dec 27, 2017

Connecticut

Event: 29th Annual First Night Hartford
Venue: Downtown – Hartford
Date: December 31
Description: First Night is a celebration of the New Year through the arts. It is an alcohol free, family-friendly, public celebration that marks the passage from the old year to the new with art, ritual and festivity. The day is a multicultural, artistically unique, with countless professional musicians, artists, performance groups and exhibits that inspire thousands of people of all ages to attend each year. It’s also an affordable way for everyone to ring in the New Year. The day includes two spectacular fireworks shows at 6 p.m. and midnight in Bushnell Park that can be seen throughout the city by thousands of residents and visitors.More Information

Event: 24th Annual First Night Westport
Venue: Jesup Green – Westport
Date: December 31
Description: You can walk to all the venues in the downtown area, tons of venues for children of all ages, and fireworks, Toquet Hall open until 10 p.m. with great entertainment. Inflatable park for kids 4-9pm at Saugatuck Elementary School. Horsedrawn carriages 3:30pm-7:30pm Pyrotechnic display at 10 p.m. from a barge in the river.More Information

Rhode Island

Event: NYE One Providence Ball Drop & Festivities
Venue: Waterplace Park – Providence
Date: December 31
Description: This event, presented by Mayor Elorza and Skyline at Waterplace, will begin at 7 p.m. and is FREE to the public. Enjoy food trucks, as Financial Way will be closed, hot chocolate, face painting, music, a laser light show around the basin of Waterplace Park, the countdown with the first-ever ball drop, a fireworks finale and MUCH more! For the first time, Providence will host a classic New Year’s Eve “ball drop,” but with a special twist: the “ball” will be projected against the city’s iconic “Superman” building located at 111 Westminister, which may be viewed from the venue and Waterplace Park.More Information

Event: Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert
Venue: The VETS – Providence
Date: December 30
Description: This holiday season, the spirited romance of operetta, the glamour of ballroom dance, and the delicate beauty of ballet will waltz you into a triumphant New Year. Inspired by Vienna’s beloved New Year’s Concert, this charming celebration blends acclaimed European singers and dancers with exceptional local symphonies for a rich cultural experience that will leave your toes tapping. Experience Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert: a toast to life itself!More Information

Westchester

Event: Westchester’s Winter Wonderland Family New Year’s Eve Party
Venue: Kensico Dam Plaza – Valhalla
Date: December 31
Description: Celebrate the holidays close to home! Westchester’s Winter Wonderland is a one-of-a-kind holiday experience featuring the Santa Experience, unlimited skating on RangersTown Rink with skates included, the Winter Wonderland Holiday Circus, great rides, fantastic local food trucks, dazzling light show and more! The Family New Year’s Eve Party begins at 8pm. Enjoy a pyrotechnic show and ball drop.More Information

Event: White Plains New Years Eve SPECTACULAR
Venue: Court St @ Maine St – White Plains
Date: December 31
Description: Starting at 10pm on December 31 at Main Street and Court Street there will be an exciting live band and DJ. We will ring in the new year with a ball drop, confetti and a spectacular fireworks display at midnight. There are Four Gated Entry Points to the event. Be sure to arrive early to expedite entry and enjoy the evening! Heineken is providing free rides to residential destinations within Westchester County.More Information